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Who is Liable for a Ridesharing Accident?
/in car accident /by Smith Law FirmIn modern-day living, ridesharing may be one of the greatest conveniences. Rather than search for taxi numbers and try to determine if they are available and hoping that your fare is not too high, you can simply get an instant ride price and pick up time on your phone. However, new technology presents new questions […]
Delayed Injuries from a Car Accident
/in Personal Injury /by Smith Law FirmSerious injuries and emotional distress can result from automobile accidents, even if the damage to the vehicle is not significant. Every individual responds to a vehicle accident in a different manner. Some may experience pain immediately after the crash, while others may not experience any symptoms until weeks or even months later. At times, the […]
What Percentage of Personal Injury Cases go to Trial?
/in Personal Injury /by Smith Law FirmThe details of a specific case determine whether or not the case goes to trial or settles before court proceedings initiate. Most cases, up to 95 percent, don’t go to trial. A majority of personal injury cases are settled during one of the pre-trial stages. Both avenues have associated advantages and weaknesses. At times, you […]
How a Criminal Record Can Affect a Personal Injury Case
/in Personal Injury /by Smith Law FirmBeing convicted of a crime in the past might be unrelated to your personal injury case, but most people would still view a criminal record in a negative light. Many personal injury cases have a jury that comprises people from all walks of life, who will decide the personal injury claim for a victim. It […]
How is the Religious Upbringing Issue handled in Alabama Child Custody Cases?
/in family law /by Smith Law FirmThe topic of religion can be controversial, especially during a child custody battle. In general, a parent’s religious beliefs will not be the only basis for a court’s custody determination. Instead, judges will evaluate various aspects to establish what custody arrangements will serve the child’s best interests. Similarly, a non-religious parent will not experience prejudice […]
Estate Planning and Coronavirus
/in estate planning /by Smith Law FirmAmid the coronavirus pandemic and the uncertainty of the future and the risks associated with contracting the virus and developing COVID-19, estate planning has become more relevant and important for many throughout Alabama. What’s more, the deadly nature of the coronavirus has not only led more people to create estate plans, but also to do […]
Pedestrian Accidents and COVID-19
/in Personal Injury /by Smith Law FirmWhile the coronavirus pandemic is far from over in the country, businesses in states nationwide are starting to open back up again and stay-at-home orders are being lifted. This is true in Alabama, where the Safer at Home order is in effect until July 3 (and was modified from a stay-at-home order). As people emerge […]
Will the Coronavirus Result in More Divorces?
/in divorce /by Smith Law FirmThe coronavirus outbreak is not only having devastating medical and economic consequences for humanity, but even a social and family level, the pandemic is creating unique challenges. Some sociologists and other experts are of the view that the continuing situation of staying indoors, working from home, and keeping distance from friends, neighbors, and extended family […]
How The COVID-19 Outbreak Has Disrupted the Court System
/in General /by Smith Law FirmThe coronavirus pandemic has been indiscriminate, and it has brought even the court systems to a halt in Alabama and elsewhere. It’s crucial during this time for attorneys to keep the communication lines open with their clients and keep them updated about the latest orders of the Alabama Supreme Court regarding the suspension of in-person […]
How Night Driving Contributes to Drowsiness
/in car accident /by Smith Law FirmNearly two-thirds of all fatal car accidents involving young adults occur between 6 pm and 6 am. At night, the possibility of drowsy driving is higher, especially for young motorists due to a combination of the reduced visibility caused by darkness, slower response time because of fatigue, and limited experience in driving under such conditions. […]